La Cañada High School is a combined junior-senior high school located in La Cañada Flintridge, California, US. It sits at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains, below the Angeles National Forest, in the City of La Cañada Flintridge.
Serving 1,989 students in grades 7-12, La Canada High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,989 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Canada High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
La Canada High School's student population of 1,989 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
1,989 students
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Year Founded
1963
Colors
Red and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Canada High School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Canada High School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#72 out of 9523 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Asian
31%
12%
Hispanic
14%
56%
White
44%
20%
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Canada High School's ranking?
La Canada High School is ranked #72 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are La Canada High School often compared to?
La Canada High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like San Marino High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of La Canada High School?
The graduation rate of La Canada High School is 99%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend La Canada High School?
1,989 students attend La Canada High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of La Canada High School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Canada High School?
La Canada High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does La Canada High School offer ?
La Canada High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is La Canada High School part of?
La Canada High School is part of La Canada Unified School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
I hate this school, the teachers are embarrassing, the education is the worst, the teachers do not explain anything and expect us to know everything. i Do NOT recommend this school for anyone who want a bright future i regret ever attending here in the first place.
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